Tim finds when he runs on the trail alone, he goes at his own pace. But when he runs at the gym where other joggers are present, he runs faster. This is an example of
A) obedience
B) discrimination
C) social facilitation
D) social loafing

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Tim's behavior of running faster when other joggers are present is an example of social facilitation, which is the phenomenon where the presence of others enhances performance on simple or well-learned tasks. Tim's pace on the trail is likely a simple and well-learned task for him, but the presence of other joggers at the gym may create a sense of competition or desire for social approval, leading to an increased performance.

Tim Finds When He Runs on the Trail Alone, He